President Biden is touting ‘unprecedented’ climate efforts by his administration in an annual White House summit of leading economies.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Battle over Maine’s strict mining rules spills into Legislature
Some argue that a proposed lithium mine in western Maine would support renewable energy development and help fight climate change. Others say the potential environmental impacts might not be worth it.
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Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Piping plover book for kids encourages harmony with nature
A Greely High School teacher and a Cape Elizabeth illustrator collaborate to inspire the next generation of environment protectors.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Amazon, despite climate pledge, fought to kill emissions bill in Oregon
In Oregon, the company that branded itself a climate crusader helped quietly quash a climate bill that would have regulated its data centers.
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Bill vital to protect wildlife habitats in Maine
Humans have impacted the world to a degree where we have defined a geologic era, the Anthropocene. A hallmark of the Anthropocene is the current sixth mass extinction. This extinction is driven by habitat loss, habitat degradation and encroachment, climate change and ecological system failures. The resulting decline in biodiversity drives further ecosystem collapses and […]
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine’s laws and ordinances will not protect us from mining threats
Industrial profiteers are trying to lull Mainers into complacency. Exhibit A: Exiro, which recently acquired the right to explore for heavy metals in the Midcoast.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Falmouth makes public push to reduce use of plastic
Resident involvement is needed to protect the environment from harmful microplastics and PFAS, the town sustainability coordinator says.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Boat shrink wrap piling up as recycling efforts flounder
The vast majority of the plastic that comes off Maine boats every spring goes to landfills or incinerators.
Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: Support L.D. 928 to protect our environment, now and for decades to come
The Pine Tree Amendment to the Maine Constitution would give all Mainers the right to clean air, clean water and a healthy environment.
Posted inFood, Maine Gardener
Maine Gardener: Preventing pollution should be top of mind when making yardscaping plans
Supporting native insects is another important consideration.